Mysterious-past Stories

At the start of the new millennium, ten-year-old Emily's made-up mysteries and snooping keeps getting her into trouble, and no one at school likes her because of it. Not fitting in and getting bored with her favorite books, she doesn't know who she should be. Worried, her mom takes her out for a girls' day at the mall, and Emily spots a Ouija board promising answers. Her mom refuses to let her buy it, so in the lamplight of her bedroom, she scrawls one herself and whispers to the spirit realm for help. Contact is made with a spirit named Morrigan, who has forgotten her past, and they agree to help each other so both of them can move on. But a dark mystery unfolds as they go searching for Morrigan's past. Emily makes a new friend, secrets are kept, and guilt and betrayal come between her and the spirit. As tensions rise, Emily seeks the guidance of three young witches for help. Now, she must learn to live for herself before losing herself forever. *** HIGHEST RANKINGS: #1 paranormalmystery #3 cozymystery #3 amateur-sleuth #3 crystals #7 ouijaboard #15 middle grade

Dominant CEO: Love Too LateDuring a company team-building event, intern Jiang Ci accidentally spent the night with the CEO, Lu Yudong. She knew he still held his first love close to his heart, and this unexpected incident was nothing more than a moment of drunken impulse. Quietly, she slipped away, determined to pretend it had never happened. But to her surprise, two weeks later, Lu Yudong summoned her-with a marriage proposal. Jiang Ci married into the wealthy Lu family and quickly won the favor of its members. Yet, the only person who never showed her any warmth was Lu Yudong himself...

"Beneath the Whispering Trees" invites readers into the mysterious world of Hayam, a young woman embarking on a journey of self-discovery amidst the enchanting landscapes of Pakistan. Set against the backdrop of ancient forests and hidden realms, this novel weaves a tale of intrigue, magic, and the enduring bonds of friendship. As Hayam delves deeper into the secrets of her past, she is drawn into a web of mystery that spans generations. Guided by whispers from the shadows and echoes from forgotten realms, she must navigate the treacherous paths of fate to uncover the truth about her own identity and the destiny that awaits her. From the streets of Islamabad to the remote corners of the wilderness, "Beneath the Whispering Trees" is a journey of adventure, discovery, and the enduring power of hope. As Hayam confronts ancient prophecies and hidden adversaries, she learns that the true magic lies not in the realm of fantasy, but in the depths of her own heart.